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  • William Mouser avatar

    800-Pound Gorilla? Or The First Pope?

    Contributed by William Mouser on Aug 23, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 2,969 views

    In Matthew 16, Jesus confers on Peter (and, later the other Apostles) authority to rule the Church, founded on the truth of Peter’s confession that Jesus is the Messiah.

    Matthew 16:13-20 800-Pound Gorilla? Or the First Pope? There’s a phrase that’s popular in modern discussions of any number of topics, and that phrase is this: “an 800 pound gorilla in the room.” An example would be this line which I plucked from a blog entry on the international economy as it ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Our First And Foremost Message: Jesus!

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 17, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,074 views

    *Jesus Christ is the Son of God! -He is unparalleled, incomparable and without equal. -Jesus stands alone!

    Our First and Foremost Message: Jesus! Acts 2:21-24 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - May 3, 2006 21. And it shall come to pass that whoever calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved.’ 22. "Men of Israel, hear these words: Jesus of Nazareth, a Man attested by God to you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Save The First And Last Dance For Me Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 24, 2010
     | 6,834 views

    A review of chapter 7 verses 1 through 13

    Song of Songs 7: 1 – 13 Save The First and Last Dance For Me 1 How beautiful are your feet in sandals, O prince’s daughter! The curves of your thighs are like jewels, the work of the hands of a skillful workman. 2 Your navel is a rounded goblet; It lacks no blended beverage. Your waist ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Jonathan Spurlock avatar

    David: His First True Love Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Nov 21, 2020
     | 4,869 views

    We sometimes forget that David was human and would enjoy companionship. One day he found his first true love and she was closer than he ever thought possible.

    Introduction: David was a young man when Samuel anointed him to be king over Israel and only a few years older, most likely, when he went into battle against Goliath. In the days and months afterwards, God was with him and blessed him in every way. But something that was not mentioned is David’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • D Marion Clark avatar

    The First Short-Term Missions Trip Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 29, 2012
     | 5,926 views

    Short-term missions is mostly a modern concept, probably because technology and modern transportation makes it easy to do. Even so, it was Jesus who started the practice with his twelve disciples.

    Introduction Our missions chairman has made it clear to anyone who gets in earshot of him that he thinks short-term mission trips is one great idea. He likes them because he thinks they are a great means to convert Christians into lifelong missionaries, whether they travel to another land or stay ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Bob Faulkner avatar

    The First Three Chapters (Suras) Of The Koran. Series

    Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Aug 21, 2015
     | 3,681 views

    We enter cautiously into the very unusual world of Islam via the first 3 chapters of its holiest book.

    Lesson 14 , More Introductory Matters, and Sura 1 Note: From this point on, all quotations from the Koran are taken from The Generous Qur'an, copyright 2009, used by permission of Usama Dakdok Publishing, LLC. So we enter in. Here in my hand is a Koran. Well, not really. It is very like a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    Who Will Be First Off The Mark? What Hypocrite Will Throw The First Stone? Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 9, 2022
     | 1,840 views

    The woman taken in adultery is story that brings out the worst in hypocrisy, judgemental hate and accusation. Yet it is a beautiful account of forgiveness. it has so many lessons.

    WHO WILL BE FIRST OFF THE MARK? WHAT HYPOCRITE WILL THROW THE FIRST STONE? SERIES - THE CHARACTERS OF JOHN’S GOSPEL THE WOMAN TAKEN IN ADULTERY – John 8 v 1-11 PART 1 This story is not found in every manuscript of scripture, and it is believed that it was omitted for fear of encouraging ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Giving As An Act Of Worship Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 2, 2003
    based on 88 ratings
     | 64,024 views

    What are we declaring when we give our weekly offering to God. Powerful insights are given by Solomon to his son. (A couple of families changed their giving practices as a result of this sermon)

    OPEN: In 21ST Century Christian Magazine a mother told this story: Our 3 year old daughter was in the habit of giving half of her 2 quarter allowance to God each week. One Sunday we were out of town, so the next Sunday, we gave her an extra quarter to teach her about “making up” our giving when ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Paul’s First Prayer

    Contributed by Bishop Johnathan Hester on Feb 25, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,148 views

    He then graciously removed his rebellious heart—gave him a new heart and a right spirit—turned his aim and object—led him to Damascus—laid him prostrate for three days and nights—spoke to him—made mystic sounds go murmuring through his ears—set his whole

    PAUL’S FIRST PRAYER “For, behold, he is praying.” Acts 9:11. GOD has many methods of quenching persecution. He will not suffer His church to be injured by its enemies, or overwhelmed by its foes. And,,,and, He is not short of means for turning aside the way of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • Michael Blitz avatar

    Signs, Signs, Everywhere Signs

    Contributed by Michael Blitz on Jan 27, 2025
     | 731 views

    This Sermon focuses on the Old Testament Typology and Fulfillment found in Jesus first miracle in the Wedding Feast of Cana - Deuteronomy 19 and Bridegroom Themes

    Good Morning. Last week our Epiphany theme took us to Mark and the beginning of Mark’s record of Jesus Ministry. We saw there the showing forth of the glory (that’s what Epiphany means) of the Trinity at the Jordan River, and how Jesus showed His glory in humility by receiving a baptism for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • James H Boyd avatar

    Why Water Baptism?

    Contributed by James H Boyd on Feb 17, 2003
    based on 963 ratings
     | 101,955 views

    An important look at our first act of obedience to Jesus

    The act of water baptism (being immersed in water in response to receiving salvation) is a very important first step in the Christian life. In Matthew 3:13-17, we see the Lord Jesus Himself coming to His cousin John to be baptized, in order to "fulfill all righteousness." He then went on to ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Joseph Wallis avatar

    The First Seven Words Of The Risen Savior

    Contributed by Joseph Wallis on Jan 23, 2002
    based on 1,516 ratings
     | 75,443 views

    An Easter Sermon

    THE FIRST SEVEN WORDS OF THE RISEN SAVIOR TEXT - JOHN 20: 1 - 16 INTRO. - There are many sermons and books on the Seven words of the Cross. These words explain the purpose of the cross and the character of Christ. The first seven words of the Risen Savior after the Resurrection explain what the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • J. Yeargin avatar

    (Jesus At The) First Church Of Nazareth

    Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 4, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 2,748 views

    With all these recent events that had taken place, Jesus wanted His closest and dearest friends and relatives to know Who He really was.

    (Jesus at the) First Church of Nazareth Introduction: One part of preaching that can be fun is coming up with titles for sermons. Titles can say little or nothing, or they can say a mouthful. Do you notice anything missing from this one tonight? The answer may not be that obvious at first…the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • LADONNA OMOBUDE avatar

    My First Experience With Fear And Warfare. Series

    Contributed by Ladonna Omobude on Oct 2, 2005
    based on 20 ratings
     | 5,529 views

    I just wanted to give the Devil a big ole black eye, however he not only gave me the black eyeI intended for him he busted my lip and bloodied my nose. I was a babe in Christ and thought I had a black belt in Spirtual Warfare.

    This part of my personal experience with fear this also introduces you When I paralyzed by fear. This more of and into to the sermon. When I started working full time for the Lord I was attacked by the enemy repetitively, he came many various ways and times. A few of his snares I feel right into ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Anthony Smith avatar

    Jesus Christ. The First , The Last, The Eternal.

    Contributed by Anthony Smith on Apr 8, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,473 views

    There are many times in our lives where we ask ourselves the question;”What is my purpose in Life?” And there are some who make a living, telling others exactly what it is.

    Jesus Christ. The First , The Last, The Eternal. Grace be to you and peace from God the Father, and from our Lord Jesus Christ,Who gave himself for our sins, that he might deliver us from this present evil world, according to the will of God and our Father: To whom be glory ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal